Paradiso U’Must Negroamaro

Winemaker Cantine Paradiso on the winery

“Our family has been making wine in Cerignola, in northern Puglia, since 1954. What began with our grandfather, Angelo Paradiso, has grown into a family winery built around local grape varieties and the character of southern Italy. We work with respect for our surroundings and aim to express the richness of our terroir through wines with generous fruit and a supple texture. We combine tradition and craftsmanship with modern winemaking techniques, creating wines that are both characterful and approachable.”

And on Puglia, Italy

“Our U’Must is made from 100% Negroamaro grown around Cerignola, on clay-limestone soils. We harvest towards the end of September, when around 15–20% of the grapes have naturally dried on the vine, concentrating their flavours. After 15–20 days of fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks, half the wine matures for twelve months in barriques, while the other half remains in steel. The two parts are then blended and the wine spends around six more months ageing in bottle. Expect ripe berries, plum, vanilla and a hint of balsamic character, wrapped in a full, velvety texture.”